As we close the
door on a very successful American Diabetes Month, we welcome with open arms a
busy and exciting holiday season filled with spending time with loved ones,
creating memories and the spirit of giving back.

This holiday season,
we hope you will consider making a year-end donation to your American Diabetes
Association, involving yourself in our mission to prevent and cure diabetes and
to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. Together we will
Stop Diabetes!

There are many
ways you can be involved with the American Diabetes Association and help raise
awareness to a disease that never stops. Set up a display in your office,
host a diabetes awareness event or talk to your employer about their matching
gift program. Information and resources are available at our local ADA office
or online. You can
also encourage friends and family to take the Diabetes Risk Test, "Like" us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter.

Register for
Tour de Cure 2014 - THANKS-4-GIVING

Are you ready to
take the ride of your life? Whether you are an avid cycler or occasional
rider, this ride is for you. Routes range from 5 - 100 miles, so you can
make this a fun family event or friendly competition between friends. We
want you to come out and join us, get moving and help Stop Diabetes®!
Tour de Cure is July 26, 2014 at Hillsboro Stadium.

Make your first donation and receive a Columbia shopping pass good for 30% off
your total purchase at the Columbia Flagship or Portland Airport Stores or the
Mountain Hardwear Store. Pass is good 11/29-12/31. And, Columbia
will donate 10% back to the American Diabetes Association!

Raise a minimum of $50 before December 2 and be entered to win a pair of club
level tickets to the Portland Trail Blazers game on Saturday, December 7
against the Dallas Mavericks! The tickets, valued at $350, are in Section
201, Row F, Seats 7 & 8, and include a buffet dinner, snacks, non-alcoholic
drinks and parking.

THANKSGIVING RECIPES

Try a new turkey
recipe, add color to your plate with sweet potatoes or take a traditional dish
to the next level. You can find recipes here.

GREEN BEANS ROMANO- A twist on the
healthy, yet delicious, holiday side dish